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Delve into the biblical teachings on greed, gluttony, and covetousness through five vivid images and three powerful warnings. Discover the consequences of craving more and the importance of contentment in life. Uncover the wisdom in being satisfied with what you have and the dangers of constantly desiring more. Let the Scriptures guide you to a deeper understanding of true fulfillment and the pitfalls of unchecked greed.
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Five Pictures of Greed, Gluttony & Covetousness Genesis 3 Proverbs 30:15-16
Five Pictures… • The Leech (Proverbs 30:15; Ecclesiastes 5:10)
Five Pictures… • The Grave (Proverbs 30:16; 27:20; Habakkuk 2:4-9 )
Five Pictures… • The Barren Womb (Proverbs 30:16; Genesis 30:1)
Five Pictures… • The Earth’s thirst for rain (Proverbs 30:16)
Five Pictures… • Fire (Proverbs 30:16)
Three Warnings About Greed, Gluttony & Covetousness • Life is not about getting more. (Luke 12:15; Eccl. 6:7; 4:8) • The desire for more can keep us from getting to know God and His ways. (Psalms 119:36-37) • The greedy and the covetous don’t go to heaven. (1 Corinthians 6:9-10)
“Let your conduct be without covetousness; be content with such things as you have. For He Himself has said, ‘I will never leave you nor forsake you.’” -- Hebrews 13:5